Violent Crime Penalties
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49 billsH8482MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSESViolent Crime PenaltiesThis bill increases prison sentences and fines for drivers causing death or serious injury through reckless or drunk driving.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyApr 29, 2026H8432CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- ASSAULTSViolent Crime PenaltiesThis bill makes it a felony to knowingly assault and injure a railroad worker while they are on duty.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyApr 10, 2026H8434CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCING ENHANCEMENT FOR FIREARM RELATED OFFENSES -- NYNY'S LAWViolent Crime PenaltiesThis bill adds mandatory extra prison time for murders involving street gangs or the use of specific illegal firearms.HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further studyApr 10, 2026H8384A